6D5N Best Of Devon And Cornwall
Embrace the charm of Southwest England on this trip through Devon and Cornwall. Discover the seaside town of St. Ives, learn about the monks of Buckfast Abbey, and indulge in a traditional cream tea.
Tour Highlights
- Discover Windsor, St. Ives, Plymouth, Bath
- Visit The ancient stone circle at Stonehenge, the artists’ colony of St. Ives, Buckfast Abbey in Buckfast, the Roman Baths in Bath
- View Windsor Castle, the Mayflower Steps in Plymouth
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1 London - Windsor - Stonehenge - Paignton
This morning, meet your Travel Director for a journey through lush landscapes to the historic market town of Windsor. Next, you’ll visit the ancient megaliths at Stonehenge, which rise imposingly on Salisbury Plain, imagining a time when pagans and druids would gather in their mysterious midst. Next, travel to Paignton, where you’ll enjoy an orientation of the city. Join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for dinner this evening.
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Day 2 Paignton - Eden Project - St. Ives - Paignton
Leave the Devon coast behind and head to the Eden Project for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Walk through the iconic biomes to see how nature and innovation come together to tackle global challenges. Explore the rainforest and Mediterranean environments, spot local plants in the outdoor gardens and discover how communities are creating a more sustainable future. You’ll also come across thought-provoking art and storytelling that brings the space to life. Then continue to the coastal town of St. Ives. With its working harbour, golden beaches and creative energy, it’s easy to see why it’s a favourite with artists and visitors alike.
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Day 3 Paignton - Plymouth - Buckfastleigh - Dartmoor National Park - Paignton
This morning, consider an optional cruise around Plymouth’s dramatic coastline or enjoy some free time exploring Plymouth your way. Continue to Buckfast Abbey where you’ll Dive into Culture and see where Benedictine monks have prayed for nearly 1,000 years. Next, enjoy Dartmoor National Park on a scenic drive across the mysterious moors. You can also opt to join a traditional pub dinner in a Devonshire village.
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Day 4 Paignton - Tintagel - Bideford
Leave Paignton behind and journey north, stopping in the village of Tintagel—steeped in legend as the birthplace of King Arthur. You’ll have time to explore the town and spot Tintagel Castle in the distance, perched dramatically on the clifftops above the Atlantic. Then continue on to Bideford, a historic riverside town where the evening is yours to relax or explore at your own pace.
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Day 5 Bideford - Lynmouth - Exmoor National Park - Bideford
Visit Lynmouth, the walking capital of Exmoor. Enjoy an orientation tour and some free time to explore. After that, drive through the Exmoor National Park – towering sea cliffs, high moors, tumbling streams and deep valleys. Join your travel companions for dinner this evening.
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Day 6 Bideford - Bath - Trowbridge - London
Visit the UNESCO-listed city of Bath, one of the Great Spa Towns of Europe. See the Pulteney Bridge, the 15th-century abbey and the Roman Baths, where you’ll learn how people once gathered around the thermal springs. Later, head to Stowford Manor Farm in the Frome Valley for your Be My Guest experience. Join Mr and Mrs Bryant in their farmhouse for homemade scones and tea served with local Jersey cream. Continue your journey to London through open countryside, bringing your trip through Devon and Cornwall to a close.
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What's included
Included
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- The services of a Trafalgar Local Host when you stay at Trafalgar's recommended London hotel
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Optional Experiences and free time
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.
Not included
- International air ticket
- Travel insurance
- Others not mentioned above
Your hotels
Mercure Paignton
★★★★
Paignton 22 25 Esplanade Rd, Paignton TQ4 6BQ, United Kingdom
Durrant House Hotel
★★★
Bideford Heywood Rd, Northam, Bideford EX39 3QB, United Kingdom



